Description
Indulge in the rich, fudgy goodness of Black Forest Brownies, a delightful treat that marries decadent dark chocolate with juicy cherries. These brownies are not only easy to prepare but also offer a unique flavor profile that balances sweetness with a hint of tartness. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy afternoon snack, they can be topped with fluffy whipped cream and fresh cherries for an elegant finish. With their moist texture and customizable toppings, these brownies are sure to impress anyone who takes a bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ½ cups fresh cherries (or frozen)
- 1 tablespoon white sugar
- 100 g dark chocolate (70% cocoa solids)
- 113 g unsalted butter
- 3 large eggs, room temp
- 1 cup white granulated sugar
- ¼ cup dark brown sugar, packed
- 1 ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 130 g plain flour (all-purpose flour)
- 25 g cocoa powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup whipping cream
- 100 g milk chocolate, shaved
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line an 8×8 inch baking tin with baking paper.
- Pit and quarter the cherries, mixing half with white sugar to macerate for 10 minutes.
- Melt the dark chocolate and butter together in a heatproof bowl.
- In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Combine the melted chocolate mixture with the egg mixture, stirring well.
- Sift in flour, cocoa powder, and salt; gently fold until just combined.
- Lightly mash the macerated cherries and fold them into the batter.
- Pour into the prepared tin and bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out with sticky crumbs.
- Allow to cool completely before adding whipped cream and garnishing with remaining cherries.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For an extra touch, sprinkle chopped nuts or additional chocolate on top before serving. Feel free to substitute whipping cream with coconut cream for a dairy-free option.